Eastampton suburb surrounded by farmland and parks
A Burlington County housing development established in the 1990s, Eastampton Farms is surrounded by farmland, park space and a Victorian-era presence. The neighborhood is located near a historic park, where the preserved buildings and landmarks highlight the community's Revolutionary and industrial roots. “The Burlington area is a Revolutionary area where it all started,” says Giulio Leone, a community local and Realtor with HomeSmart. George Washington famously crossed the Delaware River with his troops in 1776, and this 18th-century posture can be seen in the architectural styles outside of the neighborhood itself.
Two small wooden signs with retro font on either side of Woodcrest Drive welcome residents home to their more modern suburb. Centrally located in Eastampton Farms is The Manor House, which houses Eastampton’s municipal offices. “The further from Burlington you go, it gets more rural," says Leone. "You still have everything the city has, but you’re outside of the city. You’re in the suburbs.” In conjunction with Eastampton Farms' suburban atmosphere, Historic Smithville Park expands along the neighborhood’s south end. In addition to this family-friendly park perk, residents benefit from their proximity to Mount Holly, which includes a historic downtown district and dining variety just a couple of miles away. And the bigger city of Philadelphia is about a 25-mile drive on Interstate 295.
Festivals and recreation at Historic Smithville Park
Less than a mile's drive from the entrance to Eastampton Farms is the entrance to Historic Smithville Park, a 280-acre park space with abundant outdoor recreation. "There are always people here in all types of weather," says Erin Pypiak with Burlington County Parks. "Even on days when it's raining, you think no one will come out. Nope, there are still people here." The first attraction parkgoers encounter is the historic nineteenth-century Greek Revival Smithville Mansion, which offers tours on Thursdays and Sundays. The Workers House Museum and the Underground Railroad Museum are located near the mansion, both housed within Victorian-era buildings and open to the public. Visitors can step onto the floating walkway that juts out 600 feet across Smithville Lake as they continue through the park. "You can get a better perspective of the lake because you're literally standing on it," Pypiak says. She also mentions that the lake is not open to boats, but there is a creek nearby that kayaks and canoes can access. "One of our programs this year was a guided nature paddle along the creek," Pypiak adds. "It was led by one of our Parks Naturalists." Other nature-centered programs include bird-watching and tree and plant identification. The floating walkway connects to a 4.4-mile hiking trail through the woods, leading to the opposite end of the park. This area, called Smith's Woods Area, includes a playground, pavilions and a butterfly garden that comes into bloom in the summer months.
Historic Smithville Park hosts five free community events throughout the year. Earth Fair celebrates the county's green initiatives in April, May Faire highlights the area's Victorian history each May and Arts After Dark showcases local artists in September. "It's a nighttime event with live graffiti artists and mural artists," Pypiak says. "We try to make it different each year, with different art installations and galleries." In October, the park hosts Autumn Lands, a fall festival with logging sports demonstrations, a haunted maze, a scarecrow design competition and other seasonal activities like pumpkin painting and leaf pressing. The event also includes live music, a beer garden and food trucks. Finally, each December brings the community together for Winterfest, a Victorian-themed winter festival with a seasonal craft market, carolers, an elf hunt, cookie decorating, warm adult beverages and synthetic ice skating.
On the west side of Eastampton Farms, Cliver Park is a smaller neighborhood park that features a playground for children ages 2 to 5, a basketball court and tennis courts. Just west of Cliver is Buttonwood Park, which has nearly 15 acres of green space, including a shaded playground, basketball and tennis courts, a softball field, and a walking path around the park.
Mount Holly’s historic downtown district
Eastampton Farms is located about 2 miles east of the Mount Holly Historic District, which is the county seat of Burlington County. In the late 1600s, European settlers found success in the sawmill and gristmill businesses, and by 1800, a small town of 250 homes was formed in today’s Mount Holly. There is still a piece of the gristmill near the town’s post office, on display next to a log cabin that was built in 1712. The town also exudes Revolutionary War history, stemming from when the Continental Army came across the Delaware River and set up camp on Iron Works Hill. The enemy was drawn to the site, and the battle ensued. This battle was used as a distraction, as George Washington took his men across the river a week later and led the Battle of Trenton, outnumbering the enemy because so many of them were still at Iron Works Hill. Today, history buffs can take the guided walking tour through town, visiting spots like the allegedly-haunted Burlington County Prison Museum.
Not only is Mount Holly on the National Register of Historic Places, but it’s also home to a few locally adored restaurants and nightlife venues. Kitchen 87 is a breakfast and lunch diner, and Robin’s Nest Restaurant offers upscale dining in a former Victorian home with Queen Anne architectural influence. The restaurant is in Mill Race Village, a vintage section of Mount Holly that embodies the town’s Colonial and Victorian environment. Nearby, Stratosphere Brewing Company serves a selection of IPAs, lagers and other craft beers, including an interesting peanut butter beer. A block or so down the street, The Union is a music venue and comedy club in a refurbished firehouse. Mount Holly is also home to Virtua Mount Holly Hospital.
Historic Mt Holly has many small-town amenities just a short drive from Eastampton Farms.
Set in Historic Mt Holly, Robin’s Nest Bakery serves treats to Eastampton Farms residents.
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Bi-levels with Colonial and New Traditional influence
Sidewalks loop alongside the residential lanes and cul-de-sacs through Eastampton Farms, where the housing styles are predominantly Colonial-inspired bi-levels, some with decorative stone facades and some with A-frame additions to give the property a New Traditional feel. In addition to the neighborhood’s quiet and suburban atmosphere, Eastampton Farms receives a low crime score of 2 out of a possible 10, according to the CAP Index. Most homes were built between 1987 and 2001, and many have since seen interior renovations. Each home features a driveway, and many also have attached multi-car garages and fenced-in backyards. There are a few properties in the neighborhood that boast spacious hardscaped back patio areas and in-ground pools. Sizes of homes can range from 1,250 square feet to 2,850 square feet. Houses rarely come on the market, and when they do, price tags typically run between $410,000 and $610,000.
Colonial-style homes come in many varieties through the Eastampton Farms neighborhood.
Most Eastampton Farms colonial-revival homes feature garages but some do not.
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RVRHS, the backdrop for "Eddie and the Cruisers"
Public school students can begin at Eastampton Community School, and there’s a walking path that leads them from the west side of the neighborhood to the campus. This kindergarten through eighth-grade school receives a C-plus rating from Niche. Students can then advance to Rancocas Valley Regional High School, which receives an A-minus. In the early ‘80s, the high school’s campus was used for the filming of "Eddie and the Cruisers," an American musical drama released in 1983. Private school options in the area include Timothy Christian Academy, located on the north side of Eastampton Farms. This Evangelical kindergarten through eighth-grade academy is not rated by either Niche or GreatSchools.
Rancocas Valley Regional High School serves many communities that are around it.
Easthampton Township Community School received a B- rating from Niche.
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Cafes, restaurants and bars a mile from Eastampton Farms
Most of the local eateries near Eastampton Farms can be found on the north side of the neighborhood. The Olde World Bakery & Cafe is a large establishment with outdoor patio seating that serves brick-oven pizza and pasta. But it’s the smell of freshly baked bread and pastries that greets residents when they walk through the doors. A mile north of Olde World is O’Connor’s, an Irish-American bar and grill that has an elevated pub menu and 36 beers on tap. A mile west of Olde World, Russo’s is a laid-back Italian restaurant with log cabin decor. And next to Russo’s, John and Molly’s is a popular bar and restaurant with an expansive menu that includes clams casino, burgers and chicken parmesan.
About 2 miles south of Eastampton Farms, there’s a retail area called Lumberton Plaza that includes more restaurants, department stores, fitness facilities and an Aldi. For larger grocery hauls, there’s also a Walmart near this small commercial section.
Easthampton Farms folks know that O’Connor’s in the place to go for good food and drink.
John & Molly’s in Eastampton Farms serves classic pub fare with many beers on tap.
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Traveling on U.S. Route 206 and NJ State Route 38
Eastampton Farms is car-dependent, as no bus or train services the immediate or surrounding area. The closest major roadways are U.S. Route 206, which can be accessed about a mile to the east, and New Jersey State Route 38, which can be accessed a mile south. The on-ramp to Interstate 295 is located about 6 miles west of the neighborhood, and the New Jersey Turnpike runs parallel to the interstate. “It’s very easy to get off the interstate and get right back on,” says Leone. “295 has most of the exits for commuting, and the turnpike is for farther travel if you want to cut through the state.” For even farther destinations, Trenton-Mercer Airport is 25 miles north of the neighborhood via Interstate 295, and Philadelphia International Airport is about 35 miles west on the interstate.
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Parks in this Area
Historic Smithville Park
Buttonwood Park
Smith's Woods Park
Transit
Airport
Trenton Mercer
40 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Eastampton Farms
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Eastampton Farms, Eastampton sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Eastampton Farms, Eastampton over the last 12 months is $453,933, up 8% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,302
Median Age
41
Population under 18
23%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$107,368
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$131,003
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.2%
College Graduates
44.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.1%
% Population in Labor Force
81.9%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
30/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
9/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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